A17 Telescopic Handler (Telehandler) Training CPCS Plant Operator Training

Through targeted training and practical experience, candidates operating a Telescopic Handler will be able to:

• Describe the nature of the industry sector and their role and responsibilities as a plant operator.
• Name and explain the purpose of principal components, basic construction, controls and terminology.
• Comply with manufacturer’s requirements as per the operator’s handbook, other information sources and relevant regulations/legislation.
• Undertake all pre-use checks.
• Configure and prepare for travel (site and highway).
• Travel over rough, undulating ground, steep inclines and level surfaces — loaded and unloaded.
• Manoeuvre in confined spaces (with and without loads).
• Configure and set for lifting and transferring duties.
• Identify hazards and explain required actions for underground and overhead services.
• Lift and remove various loads up to full extension and working height of the telescopic handler.
• Transfer and place loads accurately at designated locations.
• Place and remove loads from a vehicle.
• Maintain safe working situations.
• Maintain safe and tidy working areas.
• Carry out shutdown and securing procedures.
• Explain loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation.

Course Requirements

• All visitors must report to reception on arrival and follow site safety rules at all times.
• No catering facilities are available — delegates must provide their own lunch. Tea and coffee facilities are available.
• Candidates must bring and wear PPE on site for plant testing.
• Candidates must bring both signature and photographic identification as required for testing.
• The CPCS Theory Test is recorded digitally to ensure compliance with CPCS Standards.
• The CPCS Practical Test may be recorded on video if requested by CPCS.
• All delegates must have passed the CITB Operatives Health, Safety & Environment (H,S&E) Test within the last two years to book onto this course.

Examination Board

The Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) is recognised by the UK Contractors Group (UKCG) and the Major Home Builders Group (MHBG) as the preferred card for competence and certification.

Launched in 2003 to help the industry comply with regulations and requirements, CPCS applies common standards for all plant operators.

Assessment

To achieve the Red CPCS Trained Operator Card, candidates must pass both the CPCS Theory Test and the Practical Test.

These tests can be viewed online by clicking here.

Refresher / Re-qualification Information

The Red CPCS Trained Operator Card is valid for 2 years.
During this period, candidates must complete their NVQ in Plant Operations to upgrade to a Blue CPCS Competence Card.